Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social, moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment.

Providence College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the global environment in which we live and work.

The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island's renaissance city. Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City.

For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report Regional Universities - North Category and has been commended by several other ranking publications.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Providence College in Providence, Rhode Island, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the areas of analytical chemistry, experimental physical chemistry, or biochemistry, with a preference for an interdisciplinary combination thereof, beginning August 1, 2027. A Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry or related fields is required, and postdoctoral or equivalent experience is highly encouraged.

We are seeking candidates in the teacher‑scholar model who are committed to engaged learning and collaborative, original research with undergraduate students, who employ inclusive practices in undergraduate teaching, and who will participate in the wider life of the Department and the College. Successful applicants will be expected to teach lecture and laboratory courses at the introductory level, two lecture or lab courses between analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, and biochemistry, and elective courses in their subdiscipline.

A willingness to teach courses in the core curriculum or for non‑majors is also valued. The teaching load at PC is nine credits per semester; research with undergraduate students may count in load under certain conditions. Candidates are expected to train and mentor undergraduates in the research laboratory and to establish an active, externally funded research program involving our students.

Our science facilities recently underwent a major renovation/expansion, giving us a contemporary space for teaching and research. The position will come with an office, research space, and start‑up funds. The Department is especially interested in applicants who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service obligations. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter and teaching statement evidence of effective engagement with diverse audiences.

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community - an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the…